Material properties in STAAD.Pro Physical Modeler can be assigned by a previously defined section or by defining a new section. We can define a new section by selecting Catalog, Model, or User database under Source in STAAD.Pro physical modeler.
- Use the Catalog option to select one of the included STAAD.Pro material definitions.
- Select the Model option to select catalog materials previously added to your current model.
- Choose the User Database option to select custom materials previously saved in your user database
In STAAD.Pro Physical Modeler, both member specification and surface specification can be added.


Video demonstration on Assigning properties in STAAD.Pro Physical modeler
Check the video given below to understand the full workflow.
Assigning material properties in STAAD.Pro Physical modeler